2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Vs. Tucson

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe in Earthy Brass Matte
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

vs.

2026 Hyundai Tucson
2.5L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder

Standard Engine

2.5L Inline 4-Cylinder
277 hp / 311 lb-ft

Maximum Horsepower / Torque

187 hp / 178 lb-ft
20 city / 29 highway

Standard MPG Ratings (FWD)

25 city / 33 highway
6 or 7 passengers

Seating Capacity

5 passengers
79.6 cubic feet

Cargo Capacity

74.8 cubic feet

Both the Hyundai Santa Fe and Tucson are excellent options for Portland drivers interested in a spacious and capable SUV. The main difference between these 2 models is their size. Designed for growing families, the Santa Fe has 3 rows of seating, while the Tucson is a 2-row SUV ideal for smaller crews and even solo drivers. If you want to check out the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Tucson interior space and performance specs in detail, read the following guide from Beaverton Hyundai!

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Vs. Hyundai Tucson Specs: Interior Space

While these SUVs have different seating capacities, they both feature spacious interiors that keep you and your passengers comfortable on the go. What’s more, the Santa Fe and the Tucson have similar cargo capacity behind the front seats, meaning you’ll enjoy flexibility on your Hillsboro drives from either model. Take a moment to go over the 2026 Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe interior dimensions below:

Standard Hyundai Santa Fe Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 41.1 inches / 40.6 inches / 37.7 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 59.5 inches / 58.1 inches / 53.5 inches
  • Hip Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 56.5 inches / 54.9 inches / 42.7 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 44.4 inches / 42.3 inches / 30 inches
  • Cargo Capacity (Behind Rear/Middle/Front Seats): 14.6 cubic feet / 40.5 cubic feet / 79.6 cubic feet

Standard Hyundai Tucson Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 40.1 inches / 39.5 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57.6 inches / 56 inches
  • Hip Room (Front/Rear): 54.5 inches / 53.9 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.4 inches / 41.3 inches
  • Cargo Capacity (Behind Rear/Front Seats): 38.7 cubic feet / 74.8 cubic feet

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Vs. Hyundai Tucson Specs: Performance

As for performance, the Santa Fe packs more power, while the Tucson will help you save money at gas pumps in the Wilsonville area. With either Hyundai SUV, you can choose between standard FWD and available AWD. Discover the details for each vehicle’s standard powertrain here:

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Standard Powertrain

  • Engine: 2.5L turbocharged inline 4-cylinder
  • Transmission: 8-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: Standard front-wheel drive; available HTRAC All-Wheel Drive
  • Horsepower: 277 hp
  • Torque: 311 lb-ft
  • MPG Ratings (FWD): 20 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / 24 mpg combined
  • MPG Ratings (AWD): 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined

2026 Hyundai Tucson Standard Powertrain

  • Engine: 2.5L inline 4-cylinder
  • Transmission: 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
  • Drivetrain: Standard front-wheel drive; available HTRAC All-Wheel Drive
  • Horsepower: 187 hp
  • Torque: 178 lb-ft
  • MPG Ratings (FWD): 25 mpg city / 33 mpg highway / 28 mpg combined
  • MPG Ratings (AWD): 24 mpg city / 30 mpg highway / 26 mpg combined

Compare The Hyundai Tucson & Santa Fe At Beaverton Hyundai

Whether you’re leaning toward the Santa Fe or the Tucson, you can test-drive either car at our Beaverton dealership. Contact us to set up an appointment today! Our team will be here to get you to the finish line, so you can embark on your future drives in a new Hyundai SUV.

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